What permits are required to build, rebuild or remodel a house?
Construction or alteration of any residence requires a building permit from the Building Inspection division. Other permit requirements may also apply. For example, if the property is located in the coastal zone, the construction of a residence may also need a coastal development permit from the Planning division. In areas without public sewer, sewage disposal system permits are required from the Environmental Health Division. For properties along county roads, an encroachment permit may be required from Public Works. Other local, state or federal permit requirements may also apply. Special requirements may apply to rebuilding or altering structures which do not conform to the development standards or allowed uses of the zone classification. More information on nonconforming structures can be found elsewhere on this page. For more information about which permits may apply, please contact Community Development Services at (707) 445-7541 or visit our office at 3015 H Street in Eureka.
